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Tometzky
Asked: 2010-09-03 08:02:16 +0800 CST

Is it possible to buy and run Microsoft Forefront Client Security Agent without server? [duplicate]

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I'm trying to choose a antivirus solution for tiny non-profit organization (5 workstations, no server).

Is it possible to buy licenses and run Microsoft Forefront Client Security Agent on these workstations? $12/year per device license is a good price.

But if I have to purchase Management console for $1000, which reporting features I don't need, and a server, it won't make any sense.

Microsoft Security Essentials would suffice, but it's impossible to buy it for non-personal use - and free license does not allow it.

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  1. Best Answer

    Microsoft Security Essentials is available for small business use on up to 10 clients since, well, quite recently.

    From the current license agreement:

    • Small Business
      • If you operate a small business, then you may install and use the software on up to ten
        (10) devices in your business.
    • Restrictions
      • The software may not be used on a device running an
        enterprise version of a Microsoft
        Windows operating system.
      • The
        software may not be used on devices
        owned by government or academic
        institutions.
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  2. Have you looked into purchasing your software from TechSoup? In my work with non-profits, I've found them to have very competitive prices on Microsoft (and other) software. You do have to go through the hassle of helping them verify your non-profit status, but after that, it's fairly easy to order.

    With regards to your specific question, I'm afraid I don't have any experience with MS Forefront.

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